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Uniworld's Venezia sails Italian river cruises and now the luxury line has added new Greece post-cruise extensions. Photo by Uniworld Boutique River Cruises.

Mamma Mia! Uniworld Adds New Greece Post-Cruise Extensions

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, April 25, 2023

For consumers “surfing” Uniworld Boutique River Cruises’ online web site, one of the top searches is “Greece.” That’s amazing, given that the luxury river line doesn’t even sail there. But this month, Uniworld took notice. It expanded its European portfolio …

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Esprit will sail two of Tauck's new itineraries on European rivers in 2024. Photo courtesy of Tauck.

Six New Tauck River Cruise Itineraries Added for 2024 in Europe

By Susan J. Young on Friday, April 21, 2023

What’s new in European touring? Well, many travelers will be excited to hear about six new Tauck river cruise itineraries for 2024. That’s the most Tauck has ever added in a single year on the continent. (Tauck’s Esprit is featured …

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The Catch by Rudi is a new eatery by Chef Rudi Sodamin on Enchanted Princess and three other Princess ships. Photo by Princess Cruises.

Rudi Sodamin Adds New Eatery on Enchanted Princess, More New Venues Too

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, April 18, 2023

In good news for foodies, Chef Rudi Sodamin, head of culinary arts, Princess Cruises, has unveiled a new eatery at sea, The Catch by Rudi. Replacing Bistro Sur La Mer, it debuted on Enchanted Princess, which emerged from drydock on …

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Personal travel planner Shari Bazzoni goes zip lining on a recent Caribbean cruise vacation.

Travel Advisor Shari Bazzoni says: “Much to See & Do in North America”

By Susan J. Young on Friday, April 14, 2023

If there’s no place like home, then a vacation that’s closer to home can be a great option. In fact, many consumers tell their travel advisor they desire such a getaway as their second or third trip of the year. …

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Entrance to B. B. King's Blues Club on Holland America's Rotterdam. Photo by Susan J. Young

Music Walk! HAL’s Rolling Stone Rock Room, Billboard Onboard & B.B. King’s Blues Club

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

As Billboard Onboard’s two energetic piano players concluded their half-hour music set of “One Hit Wonders,” we experienced the beauty of Music Walk on Holland America Line’s Rotterdam this week. Grabbing our drink, we quickly strolled just a few feet across the corridor. …

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Rotterdam in the Netherlands during Holland America's 150th anniversary. Photo by Holland America Line.

Holland America Hoopla! 150 Years Plus 2 Top Dining Spots on Rotterdam

By Susan J. Young on Sunday, April 9, 2023

Celebrating 150 years of sailing history this month, Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam is headed across the Atlantic right now — on target for an April 18, 2023, meet-up with VIPs and Dutch citizens and royalty in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. …

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The new 360 Extraordinary Experience on two Princess Cruises' modern Love Boats is a multisensory extravaganza. Photo by Princess Cruises.

A Big Wow! New “360: An Extraordinary Experience” for Suite Guests on 2 “Love Boat” Ships

By Susan J. Young on Sunday, April 2, 2023

Editor’s Update: Since this blog was originally published, there’s been a Princess update. As a result, this experience is now open to all Discovery Princess or Enchanted Princess guests, regardless of cabin type. Suite guests will still be invited at …

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Travelers headed to London this year to see the top sites, such as Buckingham Palace shown here, have new options for luxury hotel stays. Photo by Visit London.

Travel News from Disney, Visit London & “The Love Boat”

By Susan J. Young on Friday, March 31, 2023

During March 2023, top travel suppliers and destinations announced new options for globetrotters. So, without further ado, here are three enticing travel news updates from March 2023. (Buckingham Palace in London, U.K., is shown above. Photo by Visit London) Disney …

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Rendering of pickleball play on a Celebrity Cruises ships. Photo/Rendering by Celebrity Cruises.

It’s Pickleball! Hottest Sport Now on Celebrity, AmaWaterways & Other Lines

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Yippee! The world’s fastest growing sport is going afloat. For those seeking pickleball action during an upscale cruise, we’re excited to hear about recent news announcements. Just recently, Celebrity Cruises said that it’s setting up pickleball play for nine of its …

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It’s In The Genes! Lindblad Expeditions Delivers Immersive, Small-Ship Adventures

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, March 25, 2023

The “explorer genes” run deep at Lindblad Expeditions. Founder Lars-Eric Lindblad, a Swedish-American entrepreneur, led some of the first non-scientific groups of travelers to Antarctica in 1966 and the Galápagos Islands in 1967. Exploring the most remote regions of the …

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